DRAFTING ENGINEER JOB DESCRIPTION
We are hiring a Drafting Engineer to create detailed architectural drawings and support commercial construction projects. Key responsibilities include analyzing construction documents, using design software, and ensuring precise on-site installations. Proficiency in AutoCAD, Microsoft products, and knowledge of millwork and cabinet construction are essential.
An Overview of Drafting Engineer Job Description Responsibilities and Qualifications
1. The Drafting Engineer, proficient in AutoCAD and Microsoft products, will work with the Production Team to develop efficient fabrication or purchasing methods and produce shop drawings for customer approval. Responsibilities include site visits to verify dimensions, hands-on problem solving, and assisting with on-site installations, with a knowledge of millwork and cabinet construction being advantageous.
Drafting Engineer Roles and Responsibilities:
- Work with the Production Team to determine the most efficient method using the available resources to fabricate or purchase the required product.
- Create shop drawings for customer approval.
- Make site visits as required to verify field dimensions and conditions.
- Work in the plant as required gaining familiarity/expertise with processes, products, and machinery.
- Be willing to assume a hands-on approach to solving fabrication issues and process development.
- Require working in the plant with shop personnel.
- Assist installers and project managers in solving problems that arise on the job site.
- Understanding of millwork, cabinet construction, and Microvellum a plus.
- Successfully complete pre-employment drug screen
- Background check required
Drafting Engineer Skills, Abilities and Experience:
- Minimum 5 years experience in commercial architectural metals drafting with familiarity with shop layouts for fabrication
- Experience with AutoCAD and basic computer skills with Outlook, Word, Excel
- Proficiency in Solidworks a strong asset
- Expertise in reading and interpretation of construction documents
- Excellent English communication skills
- Highly organized and detail-oriented
- Daily access to reliable transportation and valid Ontario driver's license
- CSA approved work boots and other PPE as required
2. The Drafting Engineer will assist in preparing architectural shop and production drawings. Responsibilities include analyzing construction documents, using computer design systems to prepare drawings, supporting production, and creating visual guidelines for commercial construction projects.
Drafting Engineer Duties and Responsibilities:
- Analysis of construction documents including architectural, structural, mechanical drawings and specifications
- Review of the estimate, quotations, and customer PO
- Identify and address any issues and discrepancies
- Use computer design and drafting systems to prepare drawings
- Support production throughout the assembly process
- Prepare shop drawings for commercial construction projects
- Create visual guidelines for construction and installation purposes
- Draft technical details and specify dimensions, materials, and procedures
Drafting Engineer Skills, Experience, Qualifications:
- Post-secondary diploma or degree in Architectural or Mechanical Engineering Technology
- Experience in a manufacturing environment preferably in exterior building envelope products – cladding and/or window systems
- Minimum 5 years experience in commercial architectural metals drafting with familiarity with shop layouts for fabrication
- Experience with AutoCAD and basic computer skills with Outlook, Word, Excel
- Proficiency in Solidworks a strong asset
- Expertise in reading and interpretation of construction documents
- Excellent English communication skills
- Highly organized and detail-oriented
- Daily access to reliable transportation and valid Ontario driver's license
- CSA approved work boots and other PPE as required
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